The Most Commonly Reported Variant or Paraphilic Behavior Found in a Survey

question 40

Multiple Choice

The most commonly reported variant or paraphilic behavior found in a survey of college students was

• A)frotteurism.
• B)threesomes.
• C)voyeurism.
• D)talking "dirty."

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Definitions:

Guilt

A feeling of remorse or responsibility for a real or perceived wrongdoing, often leading to emotional distress or attempts at redemption.

Tension-building Phase

The tension-building phase is a stage in the cycle of abuse characterized by increasing strain and stress in a relationship, during which the abuser starts to exhibit controlling behaviors, leading up to an incident of acute violence.

Acute Battering

A phase in the cycle of domestic violence characterized by severe, often brutal acts of physical abuse.

Honeymoon Phase

A period of initial euphoria and idealization in a relationship or marriage, where conflicts are minimal, and romantic feelings are heightened.